David of Sassoun (statue)
Monument Monument in Yerevan commemorating epic folk hero
A public monument in Yerevan commemorating the epic hero David of Sassoun, the statue attracts city walkers and history-minded visitors. People photograph the figure and follow nearby museum exhibits about the national epic.
How to Get to David of Sassoun (statue) #
The statue is in central Yerevan, within walking distance of Republic Square and the National Gallery. It is easily reached on foot from most central hotels or by local taxis.
Tips for Visiting David of Sassoun (statue) #
- See the statue in the cool of late afternoon when Yerevan's light softens the citystones.
- Combine the visit with a walk around the Republic Square area to experience other Soviet- and Armenian-era monuments.
- Ask local guides about the epic of David of Sassoun to understand why the figure is central to Armenian national imagination.
Best Time to Visit David of Sassoun (statue) #
Spring through autumn offers the most comfortable weather for walking the city and viewing public art.
Weather & Climate near David of Sassoun (statue) #
David of Sassoun (statue)'s climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 54 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 11 mm.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.